The theme “The God Who Speaks” explores one of the most profound truths of our faith; that the Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth, communicates personally with His children. Hearing God is not reserved for prophets or pastors; it is the privilege of every believer. Yet, so many of us wrestle with doubt, confusion, or misconceptions about what His voice sounds like and how to discern it in a noisy world.
Over the course of this study, we unpack five key aspects of divine communication:
God Speaks – establishing the truth that His voice is active and alive.
We Hear Him – recognising that God’s people have the capacity to listen.
Discernment – learning to identify His voice amidst many others.
Stillness – understanding how silence the noise so we can hear Him.
Obedience – responding faithfully to what He says.
This theme invites us to rediscover the intimacy of relationship that comes from communion with a speaking God. It challenges us not only to listen but to believe that He still speaks personally, specifically, and lovingly today.
“For the word of God is alive and active...” — Hebrews 4:12
We’ve all, at some point, believed that God speaks to some people—prophets, pastors, or the especially spiritual. But Scripture and experience reveal a tender truth: God speaks to you. The same voice that spoke creation into existence still whispers your name.
His voice is not confined to thunder or burning bushes; it’s revealed through His Word, through conviction, through peace, through the ordinary moments of life. The question, then, is not “Does God speak?” but “Do I believe He speaks to me personally?”
The Word of God is alive and active. Each verse is not just a record of what God said, but a living message of what He is still saying. Every encounter, delay, or prompting may be a divine attempt to get your attention. God is not silent; He’s speaking—you simply need to make room to listen.
Pause today and marvel at this truth: The Creator of the universe takes time to speak into your life. Let awe and gratitude quiet your doubts. His voice isn’t rare; it’s relational. God is not distant or silent; He is speaking personally, presently, and persistently.
“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” — John 10:27
We often doubt His voice because of preconceived ideas; expecting it to sound dramatic, audible, or prophetic. But God’s voice may come in the gentle whisper that Elijah heard. He meets us where we are, speaking in a way we can understand.
Think back on moments that shifted your life or gave you clarity. Can you say, “That was God”? He has always been speaking; now He invites you to recognise Him in the everyday.
Take a moment to recall one encounter or decision that carried God’s fingerprints. Let gratitude rise for a God who not only speaks but ensures His children hear. God’s voice isn’t always loud, but it’s always present. You’ve heard Him more times than you realise.
“But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.” — Hebrews 5:14
Now that we know God speaks and that we do hear Him, how can we be sure it’s truly Him? The answer lies in discernment; the spiritual ability to distinguish God’s voice from all others.
Discernment grows with familiarity. The more time you spend in God’s presence, the easier it is to identify His tone and nature. Just as you can recognise a loved one’s voice in a crowd, you will come to recognise God’s through practice and intimacy.
This means cultivating a consistent devotional life. When our hearts are divided by emotional noise or anxiety, His voice becomes harder to detect. But as we still ourselves before Him, He sharpens our inner hearing, helping us sense His heart and align with His purpose.
Discernment is not only about decision-making, it’s about relationship. It’s learning to see life from God’s perspective and recognizing His movements in your everyday.
The more you sit with Him, the more you’ll know Him. Don’t chase clarity; chase communion and clarity will follow. Discernment flows from intimacy. You recognise God’s voice when you spend time with Him.
“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10
In a world overflowing with noise, silence feels foreign; even uncomfortable. Yet, silence is sacred ground where we learn to hear God more clearly. When we quiet the world, our souls become attuned to His whisper.
God often speaks in the stillness. The Holy Spirit brings to the surface what needs healing or confession. Silence becomes not an absence of sound, but the presence of God. This is where clarity, peace, and renewal begin.
We often strive for results, thinking more effort equals deeper encounters. But hearing God isn’t about striving, it’s about stilling. Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is stop talking and listen.
Create space for silence, let it be an offering, not an obligation. In that quiet, listen; not for answers but for presence. Stillness makes space for revelation. In silence, the soul learns to hear.
“You do not realise now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” — John 13:7
When God speaks, our response must be obedience. But obedience is rarely simple; it often stretches our logic and comfort. True obedience requires trust, not understanding.
Partial obedience is disobedience in disguise. God’s instructions are complete and purposeful. When He says “speak,” it’s not enough to “write.” Doing His will our way is rebellion, not reverence.
Obedience also applies to the small things; the quiet nudges and seemingly insignificant tasks. These often carry the seeds of divine transformation. What might God be asking you to do that you’ve postponed or rationalised away?
Our obedience doesn’t just bless us; it frees others. Someone’s breakthrough may be tied to your “yes.” And when God calls, He provides. There is no lack in obedience. The One who commands also sustains.
Obedience is not a loss, it’s a love response. Trust that whatever He asks, He enables. Your yes is someone else’s answered prayer. Obedience unlocks divine partnership. Where God leads, He provides.
God is not silent; He is always speaking. From creation’s first “Let there be light” to the still, small whisper that calms the anxious heart, His voice continues to shape, guide, and restore. Yet hearing Him requires stillness, openness, and faith. Many of us long to hear God, but we rarely slow down enough to truly listen. The more we quiet our souls and align our hearts with His Word, the clearer His voice becomes.
God’s voice does not always thunder; often, it comforts, convicts, and calls us gently. He speaks through Scripture, through people, through circumstances, and through the peace (or unrest) in our hearts. But the goal is not just to hear Him, it is to know Him through what He says. When we cultivate intimacy with God, His words no longer feel distant; they become personal, alive, and transformative.
Key Takeaway
God is still speaking, the question is whether we are listening. His voice invites us not into confusion but into communion.
Prayer
Father, thank You for being a God who still speaks. Open my heart to recognize Your voice in the midst of life’s noise. Teach me to listen with humility, discernment, and faith. Help me to respond in obedience and love whenever You speak. Quiet my distractions and draw me close to Your heart, where Your whisper becomes my guide.
Amen.